Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance and the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to starring in a fitness program on television. Edged out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying process titled this experimental method. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from writing about global conflict to join a luxury cruise with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, and other affluent guests. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries through this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has made the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however the lead actress succeeds to depict the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
